Five Jane Iredale mineral make-up products have been recommended as effective UV sunscreens, receiving the Seal of Recommendation from The Skin Cancer Foundation.

The Seal of Recommendation is a standard for helping to ensure the safety and efficacy of UV protection products. The five Jane Iredale products with the Seal include Amazing Base, PurePressed Base, Dream Tint, LipDrink and Powder-Me SPF in Translucent and Powder-Me Tanned. These products, which range from SPF of 15 to 30, are now recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation as effective aids in the prevention of sun-induced damage to the skin, including sunburn and possibly premature ageing.

The Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation has set the criteria for effective UV protection for more than 30 years. Products were evaluated by the Foundation’s Photobiology Committee, composed of leading US dermatologists who are experts on how the sun interacts with the skin.

Jane Iredale from Iredale Mineral Cosmetics said: “About 90% of non-melanoma skin cancers are associated with exposure to UV rays, so we are thrilled to receive The Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation in an effort to help spread awareness on preventable measures against this deadly disease.

“We are not only committed to developing quality products to enhance colour, but also the overall health of the skin – including skin cancer prevention.”

Skin Cancer is on the increase so we need to take action and protect ourselves.  Here are some ways to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays:

• Seek the shade, especially between 10 AM and 4 PM.
• Do not burn.
• Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day.
• Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside.
• Reapply every two hours, or immediately after swimming or excessive sweating.
• Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of six months.
• Examine your skin head-to-toe every month, and see a doctor if you notice something unusual
• Avoid tanning and UV tanning booths and sunbeds

Bridal Make-Up in Seven Easy Steps;

Step One; “Absence oil control primer” applied with a foundation brush to reduce fine lines. Followed by “Bisque pure pressed powder” as a base.

Step Two; Matt highlight on brow bone to give the face definition, avoid shimmer products as this appears mirror-like in photo’s.

Step Three; polish face with press power for a clean canvas, ideal for brides! Water resistant and non transferable can even sleep in it!

Step Four; Jane Iredale philosophy using 3 colours rather than one. Skin on the face is made up of very different pigments, using 4 colours blended appears more natural. “Tauny” on the apple and sides of the cheek, “copper wind” on the upper cheek and “cinammon” under the cheek to add sculpted look.

Step Five; Prime the eyelid to keep make up in place, using “deluxe brush” and the colour “oyster” in the crease of the brow. Work “peach sherbert” into the crease to the lash line, (matte effect) & “antique rose” in the crease. Finally “taupe” with a wet brush under crease and over antique rose. Line the outer lash line with taupe, using “black brown liner” with a angle brush, from thin to thick stopping at 3/4 of the way in. A lengthening mascara should be used focusing on the upper outer lashes.

Step Six; Jane Iredale’s lip colour stays on for longer on average than most other lip colours. A lip colour, pencil and gloss should be chosen early and not changed throughout the day! Red should be used for darker skin tones only and brown shades often give the illusion of yellow teeth. Using “light absynthe” will increase staying power best teamed with “nutmeg” lip pencil with “pink candy lip gloss”.

Step Seven; “D2O” will set the minerals and add to a dewy look. In addition mix in a shimmer powder to a moisturiser for the chest and collar bone area.

A firm favourite of Sarah Jessica Parker and Victoria Beckham this industry secret formula delivers outstanding results! Jane Iredale began her career as a casting director going onto own her own production company, by 1994 she owned her own skincare line and today Jane Iredale Skin-Care and Make-up is an industry leader in cosmetics. Tap into this professional, mineral and natural brand and judge their opinions for yourselves!

Iredale was the first to tap into the mineral and natural market, highlighting the need for healthy make-up and skincare. Her philosophy is maintaining care to the skin whilst offering robust products with water resistance and non transferability. So no more smeared and patchy blush and no more crisp white shirts with remnants of yesterday’s makeup!

We love Jane!

This Thursday we have Carrie, a make up artist from Jane Iredale Mineral Make Up with us for the whole day doing make ups and giving out hints and tips.

If you feel like your make up is making you look a little dated, or you fancy finding out how you can use make up to maximise your assets please call us to book in your session.

The make up sessions are one-to-one so you do need to book. There is no charge. This really is a great opportunity to hear an expert talk you through how to get better with your make up application.

To make an appointment call us on 0161 870 1789.

Imelda Vazqez is a regular guest at Heaven spa and a very popular one too.

Yesterday Imelda decided she needed an instant pick me up to prepare her for the party season.

Imelda before we work our magic

Her session included:

.Brasiliana blow dry

.Dr Lewinns Cosmetic lift

.Jane Iredale mineral make over

Our Brasiliana treatment works incredibly well on shorter hair that is difficult to style especially if your hair has a tendency to be frizzy or curly. Perfect for a blow dry that lasts for days and leaves the hair with a youthful glimmering gloss shine.

Dr Lewinns Cosmetic Lift in a box, the perfect pre party essential to do yourself at home, makes a great Christmas gift for those of us that want to keep that youthful look through the party season and beyond, also available as an in salon treatment.

Jane Iredale pure minerals makeup was used to complete the look we used the Liquid foundation in Caramel, Purepressed eye trio in brown sugar. Pure moist Lip colour, Kim and Active Light number 2 as a concealer.

A very glam and happy Imelda after her pampering